Healthy / Unhealthy Coping
True or false: avoiding your problems is a healthy coping skill.
False
What is a physical sign of stress?
What is mindfulness?
Being aware and present in the moment without judgement.
Give an example of a positive social support.
Friends, family, support group, etc.
What is a trigger?
A person, place, or thing that makes you feel like you want to use.
Name one healthy way to deal with anger.
Breathing exercises, going for a walk, journaling, exercise, etc.
Name an activity that helps reduce stress.
Exercise, deep breathing, talking to someone, listening to music, etc.
Name one grounding technique.
Breathing exercise, body scan, guided meditation, journaling, etc.
True or false: asking for help is a sign of weakness.
False
Name a way to handle a craving.
Call someone, exercise, go to a meeting, etc.
Give an example of an unhealthy coping behavior
Using substances, isolation, self-harm, etc.
How do breathing exercises help with stress?
Calms the nervous system, lowers heart rate, helps mindfulness.
Give an example of a breathing exercise.
box breathing, wim hof, belly breathing, lions breath.
How can you tell if someone is a supportive person?
They listen, don't judge, respects your boundaries, etc.
Whats one warning sign of a relapse?
Isolation, negative thinking, mood changes, "fuckits", etc.
What does "coping" mean?
What's one way to plan for stressful situations?
Time management, making a plan, practice ahead of time, identifying your support system, etc.
Increases awareness and control over emotions and reactions.
Name a way to set a healthy boundary with someone.
Saying "no", communicating clearly, using "I" statements.
Is there a difference between a lapse and a relapse? What is it?
Lapse = one time
Relapse = return to an unhealthy pattern
Name 3 healthy coping skills.
Exercise, walk, nature, social support, journaling, music, mindfulness/meditation, breathing exercises, etc.
How can you change negative thoughts into positive ones?
Challange/reframe thoughts, positive self talk/mantras, journaling, etc.
What does "letting go" mean in mindfulness?
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How can you build new social supports?
Join groups, volunteer, start a new hobby.
Name 3 ways to reward yourself for getting through cravings or other high stress situations without using.
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